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For many will come in my name, saying, `I am the Christ,` and will lead many astray.
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A Fulfilled Prophecy
Commentators unanimously agree that this prophecy was historically fulfilled in the 40 years between Christ's resurrection and the destruction of Jerusalem. Historians like Josephus document numerous figures, such as Theudas and Simon Magus, who claimed to be the Messiah and led many people astray, confirming Jesus' words.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Take heed, etc. He first gives them a caution to beware of deception. They were to be constantly on their guard, as many would arise to de…
In my name (επ τω ονοματ μου). They will arrogate to themselves false claims of Messiahship in (on the basis of) the name of Chris…
19th Century
Anglican
Many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ — It is better to translate this as, the Christ. No direct fulfi…
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Baptist
Jesus was always practical. The most important thing for His disciples was not that they might know when “these things” would be, but that they mig…
One of the greatest temptations in times of difficulty is to follow blindly any self-proclaimed savior who promises help (i.e., false christs). Tho…
16th Century
Protestant
For many shall come in my name. He does not yet speak generally of false and perverse doctrines, but refers to one class that was a kind o…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For many shall come in my name by his orders, or with delegated powers and authority from him; but should assume the…
The disciples had asked concerning the times, "When should these things be?" Christ gave them no answer to that; but they had also asked, "What sha…
13th Century
Catholic
Here, the multiple provocations of the Jews were recounted; now, the preparation for Christ’s departure through the instruction of His disciples is…
